Countries With Strictest Abortion Laws

Sep 06, 2024, 18:08 IST

Mansi Arora

El Salvador

Abortion was allowed in El Salvador under certain circumstances, but in 1988, the country’s constitution was amended to recognise the right to life from the moment of conception.

Philippines

Abortion in the Philippines remains illegal unless it is to save the life of the pregnant woman.

Madagascar

In Madagascar, abortion is illegal in all cases, including rape, incest and the mother's life being endangered.

Egypt

Egyptian law prohibits abortion, except to save the life of the pregnant woman.

Congo

Women in this country face prison sentences and harsh monetary penalties for seeking abortion.

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